Need help planning your estate?

An estate planning attorney will work with you to prepare the wills and trusts to control and protect your assets during your lifetime and insure they are transferred properly after you die while minimizing taxes and delays. "Estate" is a legal term that means all your assets, property and anything of value that belongs to you. An estate planning attorney is an important advisor. There are many experienced estate planning lawyers listed in our directory.

Need an attorney in Pittsfield, MA?

Find the right attorney by reviewing and comparing our profiles of lawyers and their law firms, with details on each attorney and their
colleague’s practice, experience, education, training, honors and fee structure. Carefully consider client reviews and recommendations from
people just like you. If you have complex legal needs, a larger firm with multiple attorneys who can advise you in different areas may be the best
fit. If your needs are more limited and very specific, consider a smaller firm. Speak with several Pittsfield estate planning attorneys to find the one that
is best for you.

Ask yourself the 3 C’s:

Credentials ‐ How many cases has this attorney worked on similar to yours?

Comfort ‐ Who are you most comfortable working with? Is the lawyer’s office nearby? How and how often will they get in touch with
you?

Cost ‐ Have expected costs and fees been clearly explained to you? It’s OK to ask for an estimate.